Download or read book Speak With Confidence! written by Dianna Booher and published by McGraw-Hill. Reprinted by Booher Research Institute. This book was released on 2002-12-23 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every presentation you make—whether to 6 or 6,000—is an opportunity to advance your ideas and your career! Speak with Confidence! gives you the tools and techniques you need to make the most of that public speaking opportunity or that business presentation. You will learn how to: --Establish rapport with any audience --Present with passion and persuasion --Organize your ideas for maximum impact --Plan your presentation structure quickly --Add anecdotes to improve retention --Tell great stories to engage listeners and drive home your point memorably --Use vocal variety --Think on your feet to handle tough question-and-answer sessions with credibility --Use visuals to support rather than sabotage your message --Perfect your presentation with the "finishing touches" that keep your audiences engaged from start to finish. Communication guru and internationally recognized speaking coach Dianna Booher delivers hundreds of powerful, battle-tested strategies and presentation tips guaranteed to transform even the most fainthearted professional into a riveting public speaker or business presenter. Dianna has earned the highest distinction in the professional speaking industry, having been inducted into the prestigious Speaker's Hall of Fame. Successful Meetings magazine has also named her to its list of the "Top 21 Speakers for the 21st Century." In Speak with Confidence!, Dianna shares the ideas and expertise that she has taught at more than half of the Fortune 500 companies. ​​​​​​​The same speaking skills can help you take your career to the next level.